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Holy Stone HS100 GPS Drone – Is it Worth the Money?

At over $200, the Holy Stone HS100 is not cheap. The HS100 is in a small category of GPS drones in the $100 to $300 category. It completes with drones like the MJX Bugs 5W, the Hubsan H501S, and the Syma X8 Pro. If nothing else, the H100 has some of the best reviews on Amazon. So…

Bayangtoys X22 GPS Drone

The Bayangtoys X22 is a GPS drone that has a full three-axis gimbal and a 1080p camera. This might be the only GPS drone we have ever seen with a full three-axis gimbal that was under $300. While we don’t expect it to be the next DJI Phantom, it doesn’t have to be for the…

C-Fly Dream Drone

The C-Fly Dream drone looks an awful lot like a DJI Spark. In fact, the specs on the Dream are pretty darn similar. Coming in around $100-150 cheaper than the Spark is it worth it? Let’s take a look. With the Tomtop code: HY60DRM you can save $60 bringing the price of the Dream to…

DJI Spark vs Parrot Bebop 2

A lot of people ask us which is better, the Spark or the Bebop 2. The answer really isn’t that simple. They are probably the two best drones you can get for under $500, but when you are talking bang for the buck you’ll have to dive a little deeper. The DJI Spark can be…

MJX Bugs 5W: The Best Bugs Model Yet!

MJX has been hard at work and has developed some fantastic new quads. The Bugs 8 Pro, Bugs 3 Mini, and Bugs 3H are excellent additions to the Bugs 3 and Bugs 2 models that are well known as great drones. Their newest drones the Bugs 3 Pro and Bugs 5W are GPS offerings. The 5W…

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Best Drones Under $200

Not all drones are created equal. Some are faster, while others are more stable. Some drones have advanced features and high-definition cameras, while others are more affordable. If you are looking for a drone that meets your needs, but don’t want to spend a small fortune, then you are in luck. We’ve done extensive testing and research…

What is the Best Drone Under $500?

If you are looking for a drone under $500 you can get a pretty nice machine. The DJI Spark is probably our #1 suggestion, that is unless you can snag a deal on the Yuneec Q500. Let’s take a closer look at your best options. The DJI Spark This is one of the best drones…

Best Drone Under $400

People want to know what the best drone under $400 might be. Really the answer is pretty simple. It is the DJI Spark. We have some other options, but really it is hard to beat the DJI Spark when it comes to portability and functionality when you are limited to a budget of $400. Let’s…

Best Drone Under $300

From time to time people ask us what is the best drone under $300, and honestly, there aren’t a whole lot of noteworthy options in the $200 to $300 range. If you are willing to spend a little more money, then the DJI Spark is the clear answer. However, if your budget really is $300 we…

The Dobby: An Affordable GPS Drone Under $200

The Zerotech Dobby was an impressive drone when it was released a couple years ago, but the price tag was a little high. Many drone enthusiasts initially cringed at the idea of a “selfie drone” but with other small flying cameras gaining popularity (like the DJI Spark), the idea is now more mainstream. Now that…